Organization Ideas

Mom's dream chore chart

Kelli Uhrich — Wed, 01 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700

If you lived in a perfect world, what would your kids' chore chart look like? In honor of Mother's Day, we've imagined the perfect chart to keep your house in order, while also receiving a much-needed refresher. Try this chore chart with your kids, and see if you can squeeze in a foot rub, or two!

Top Chef secrets for a more organized kitchen: Tom Colicchio

Jessica Padykula — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700

SheKnows got some insider kitchen tips straight from the stars of Top Chef. We asked Tom Colicchio and Gail Simmons to share their secrets for staying organized in the kitchen. Here, we’re in the kitchen with Tom Colicchio.

Ultimate trunk supply checklist

Elaina Verhoff — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0800

Caught in a rainstorm? Dead battery? Hungry kids? Make sure you're prepared for anything by stocking your trunk with all the essentials.

Easy DIY framed jewelry holder

Claire Gallam — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 03:23:00 -0800

You're late for a date, and you go to grab your favorite bubble necklace from your pile of jewelry. And, 20 minutes later, you're still trying to untangle the chain from all of your other necklaces. Does this happen a lot? It does to us, which is why we created this gorgeous DIY framed jewelry holder!

Update your mudroom for fall

Sherri Kuhn — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 08:04:00 -0700

If you are lucky enough to have a mudroom, you know how messy it can get. With fall and winter looming, your mudroom traffic is just about to pick up again. Here are a few simple updates to make your mudroom really work for you.

5 Clever uses for your cake stand

Sherri Kuhn — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 08:43:00 -0700

Cake stands are beautiful when displaying cake, but what else can you do with them? Check out these clever ideas for turning them into an item you use more often.

10 Ways to save time during the school year

Vicki Clinebell — Sat, 01 Sep 2012 00:44:00 -0700

The hectic school day time crunch can be tamed with smart strategies, better habits and some family organization.

Your refrigerator roadmap

Katherine Martinelli — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 10:00:00 -0700

Refrigerators are lifesavers in the kitchen, but is yours as clean and organized as it can be? With a few simple tips, you can ensure that everything is within reach so that your kitchen is as efficient as possible.

How to organize your kitchen pantry

Marye Audet — Fri, 01 Jun 2012 01:58:00 -0700

Your kitchen pantry might be a shallow space or an old-fashioned closet filled with shelves and enough storage to stock up for a decade. Keeping it organized can feel like a losing battle, especially if you have family members using it too. Don't give up yet -- these tips can keep you in control.

Baskets, bookends and bowls: Creative organization pieces

Kelli Uhrich — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:40:00 -0800

The time for making new-year resolutions has come and gone, but the time for sticking to them is well underway -- and the same old organization products just won’t cut it. To help keep your organization goals on track, we’ve rounded up creative storage solutions that tackle clutter and let you store your favorite things right where you need them.

Get organized for the New Year

Christina Holt — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 08:00:00 -0800

Life doesn't usually get easier after the holidays: School starts back up, winter sports continue and talks of spring break plans come floating into parents heads. Don't be caught off guard Jan. 1 with a hectic schedule and no organization in place. Get ahead of the game with these helpful organizational tools and tips.

How to save space in a small home

Kelli Uhrich — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 07:30:00 -0700

Living green in small spaces can be quite cozy, but squeezing-in is often challenging. When there’s no room to spare, maximizing the potential of every inch is critical. But where's the best place to start? These five tips will help you conquer those crowded corners, and fall in love with the charming space you call home!

5 Creative organization ideas for a playroom

Molly Cerreta Smith — Sun, 03 Apr 2011 21:17:00 -0700

The words "organization" and "playroom" don't appear in the same sentence very often. Most kids' playrooms look like a tornado recently blew through. With a little creative organization, though, a playroom can become a neatnik's happy place, making toys easy to find -- and to put away. Here are five great organization ideas for a playroom.

How to bust clutter at work

SheKnows Living Editors — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 18:29:00 -0700

Imagine meeting an attorney for the first time, whose office is a cluttered mess -- papers piled all over the desktop, mail and files scattered on the credenza, and an overloaded bookcase with stacks of books on top and on the floor. Regardless of the actual skill or reputation of that attorney, might your first impression be a negative one? Might your confidence in that attorney be lessened as well? In business, first impressions are important.